Commanders Fans Blame NFL for 'Ridiculous' Punishment of Ale Kaho, Who Was Hit with $46,371 Fine for Concussion.
The Washington Commanders have been dealt another blow after a loss to the Detroit Lions in Week 10. The team's fifth-straight defeat left them at 3-7 on the season, and it wasn't just the on-field performance that has fans up in arms – the NFL's punishment of special teams player Ale Kaho is being called "ridiculous" by many.
Kaho was fined $46,371 for what the NFL deemed a "use of helmet" during a special teams play where he suffered a concussion. The fine, which works out to nearly $296 per week over 18 weeks, has left fans fuming. Kaho's weekly salary is $840,000, making the fine equivalent to nearly his full game check.
"This fine is ridiculous," said one fan. "Fines should be based on percentage of salary, not a flat rate." This sentiment was echoed by others, who expressed shock that the NFL would impose such a heavy fine for what appears to be a relatively minor infraction.
Commanders reporter Ben Standig pointed out that Kaho's salary makes the fine particularly egregious. "Kaho's salary is $840,000," Standig said. "That comes to $46,667 weekly over 18 weeks. That means this UDFA earned $296 (pre-tax) last week." The fine has sparked outrage among fans, who feel that it's unfair and excessive.
The NFL's punishment system has long been criticized for favoring bigger-name players. The fine Kaho received is just the latest example of this problem, and it's likely to fuel more debate about player compensation in the league.
The Washington Commanders have been dealt another blow after a loss to the Detroit Lions in Week 10. The team's fifth-straight defeat left them at 3-7 on the season, and it wasn't just the on-field performance that has fans up in arms – the NFL's punishment of special teams player Ale Kaho is being called "ridiculous" by many.
Kaho was fined $46,371 for what the NFL deemed a "use of helmet" during a special teams play where he suffered a concussion. The fine, which works out to nearly $296 per week over 18 weeks, has left fans fuming. Kaho's weekly salary is $840,000, making the fine equivalent to nearly his full game check.
"This fine is ridiculous," said one fan. "Fines should be based on percentage of salary, not a flat rate." This sentiment was echoed by others, who expressed shock that the NFL would impose such a heavy fine for what appears to be a relatively minor infraction.
Commanders reporter Ben Standig pointed out that Kaho's salary makes the fine particularly egregious. "Kaho's salary is $840,000," Standig said. "That comes to $46,667 weekly over 18 weeks. That means this UDFA earned $296 (pre-tax) last week." The fine has sparked outrage among fans, who feel that it's unfair and excessive.
The NFL's punishment system has long been criticized for favoring bigger-name players. The fine Kaho received is just the latest example of this problem, and it's likely to fuel more debate about player compensation in the league.
like, I've got so many pics of my cat from last year that I still haven't looked at, but I still can't bring myself to delete them... anyway back to the Commanders and Ale Kaho - it's crazy how much a fine like that can affect someone's life financially 
! Their Korean BBQ tacos were TO DIE FOR! Like, I'm talking life-changing flavors 
. And the best part? It was only $10 for a whole meal! Who needs fancy restaurants when you can get amazing grub at a fraction of the price? 
Anyway, back to football... yeah, $46k fine seems super steep even to me 
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. Like, I get that concussions are serious, but 18 weeks of pay? It's a lot, fam 
. I don't know if that's fair or not, but it's definitely sparking conversation and that's what matters 
. The NFL needs to figure out a better system for punishing players without breaking the bank 
But then again, shouldn't he be able to afford his own helmet? 
I know, I know, the NFL's fines are always a joke, but this one seems like it might be a bit much. I mean, $46,371 for a concussion? That's like getting fined for breathing! 
. Maybe the NFL should reconsider their fine structure and make it more player-friendly? Like, maybe a percentage of salary based on the infraction, so bigger players don't get screwed over 
That's like, crazy talk! 
. I mean, come on, what's next? Fines for hitting your head on the helmet? 
cant they just have a max fine like 20% of his salary or something? it seems so ridiculous that nfl is gonna make that much off him and hes already making more than most people in the us lol what's next, fining ppl for breathing out too hard 
NFL needs to rethink fines, like a percentage based on salary makes way more sense 
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ale kaho's already got more money in one week than most ppl make in a month 
The way it's structured now, with fines based on salary, just seems so... unfair 
especially when you consider Ale Kaho's weekly game check is like, almost as much as he earns in a whole week 
I cant even believe the NFL is doing this again 
I gotta say, this fine is a hard one to swallow. It's like the NFL is showing us that money talks. $46k for a concussion? That's not just excessive, it's outrageous! 
I'm telling you, the NFL's got some serious issues with their punishment system! $46k fine for a concussion? That's insane 
. We need to start seeing some real accountability in the league and a more progressive punishment system 
. This is ridiculous 
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what even is that?! 
